James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2021
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CP2411 - 3D Modelling and Animation
| Credit points: | 03 |
| Year: | 2021 |
| Student Contribution Band: | Band 2 |
| Prerequisites: | 6 CP OF CP SUBJECTS |
| Administered by: | College of Science and Engineering |
Subject Description
- Introduced in this subject are the concepts and technologies of computer graphics, computer animation and computer visualisation. Students engage in modelling of 3D objects and deploying avatars in games and simulation. Topics covered include polygon modelling, rigging, animation, lighting, physics and dynamics.
Learning Outcomes
- demonstrate skills in using modern graphics and animation software tools with emphasis on creating components for game development and simulation
- apply appropriate rendering and lighting techniques
- create a fully deployable avatar for games
- apply physics and dynamics to models within scenes to create an animation production
Subject Assessment
- Written > Examination (centrally administered) - (40%) - Individual
- 3D Modelling Project - (60%) - Individual
Note that minor variations might occur due to the continuous subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.
Inadmissible Subject Combinations: CP2014 CP2420 CP5608
Availabilities
JCU Singapore, Study Period 51, Internal | |
| Census date: | Thursday, 08 Apr 2021 |
| Study Period Dates: | Monday, 15 Mar 2021 to Friday, 18 Jun 2021 |
| Coordinator(s): | DR Kyungmi Joanne Lee |
| Lecturer(s): | MR Teo Hong |
| Workload expectations: | The student workload for this 3 credit point subject is approximately 130 hours.
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JCU Singapore, Study Period 53, Internal | |
| Census date: | Thursday, 02 Dec 2021 |
| Study Period Dates: | Monday, 08 Nov 2021 to Friday, 18 Feb 2022 |
| Coordinator(s): | DR Kyungmi Joanne Lee |
| Lecturer(s): | MR Kenny Yong |
| Workload expectations: | The student workload for this 3 credit point subject is approximately 130 hours.
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Study Period 1, External | |
| Census date: | Thursday, 25 Mar 2021 |
| Study Period Dates: | Monday, 22 Feb 2021 to Friday, 18 Jun 2021 |
| Coordinator(s): | DR Kyungmi Joanne Lee |
| Workload expectations: | The student workload for this 3 credit point subject is approximately 130 hours.
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| Method of delivery: | WWW - LearnJCU |